I usually don't pay attention to the avatars. I don't find it offensive, however I have been told I have a very dark and odd sense of humor so things I may find funny and amusing may be offensive to someone else. IMO I think that now and days too many people are overly sensitive and get offended by almost the silliest little thing. People need to lighten up a little, we only live once and should enjoy life and not focus on feelings being hurt over silly little things